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WI vs SL 1st ODI Match Highlights: The 1st ODI match of the series (Sri Lanka tour of West Indies 2026) between the West Indies and Sri Lanka was played at Sabina Park, Kingston, which Sri Lanka won by 41 runs. With this victory, Sri Lanka has taken a 1-0 lead in the 3-match series.
The West Indies won the toss and elected to bowl first. Batting first, Sri Lanka posted a formidable total of 303/7, powered by excellent innings from Pathum Nissanka (79) and skipper Kusal Mendis (72). In reply, the West Indies team was bundled out for just 262 runs in 49.2 overs.
West Indies vs Sri Lanka, 1st ODI Match Summary
| Team | Score | Overs | Key Performers |
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| Sri Lanka 🇱🇰 | 303/7 | 50.0 |
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| West Indies | 262/10 | 49.2 |
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Watch: WI vs SL 1st ODI Full Match Highlights
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WI vs SL Key Updates
1. Player of the Match: Kusal Mendis
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Playing a true captain's innings, the Sri Lankan captain scored a blistering 72 runs off just 62 balls, propelling his team to a formidable total.
2. Top Partnership: 136 Runs
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This robust partnership for the second wicket between Pathum Nissanka and Kusal Mendis completely turned the tide of the match.
3. Best Bowling: Dushmantha Chameera
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Dismantling the Windies batting lineup, Chameera claimed 4 wickets at critical moments in the match (4/67).
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